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The trajectory of Marvel’s recent attempts—like the underperforming Thunderbolts—are seen as warning signs. The panelists warn that superficial box office gains aren’t sustainable, and that abandoning the core elements that make Superman resonant will threaten the future of the genre.

Cultural and Fandom Ramifications

The episode is punctuated by commentary on fandom culture—how passionate fans debate, argue, and sometimes double down on their opinions based on narrative quality. The phenomenon of online tribes—Snider, Gunn, and Snyder fans—are depicted as ever-competing factions, with some praising the film's ideas, others tearing it apart, but all rallying around their interpretation of Superman and cinematic integrity.